Untitled 2022

Alevtyna Kakhidze's "Untitled" (2022) utilizes a childlike aesthetic to depict a political conflict. Two figures, labeled "a state," stand opposite a larger figure, bearing the colors of the Russian flag and wearing a crown, who declares, "you are not a state." The simplicity of the drawing contrasts sharply with the weight of the statement, inviting viewers to consider the power dynamics and rhetoric surrounding national identity. This work exemplifies Kakhidze's interest in exploring social and political issues through her art, using her distinctive style to provoke thought and discussion.